Arrow Digital has recently expanded its democenter setup with the installation of the state-ofthe-
art Canon UVgel Wallpaper Factory. This modular print and cut workflow solution
features the Colorado M5W large-format roll-to-roll printer and the Fotoba XLD170WP highspeed
digital cutter, opening up a world of possibilities for the Wallpaper and Signage
industry.
The UVgel technology developed by Canon is at the heart of this groundbreaking solution. It
employs a unique 'print-then-cure' process using instant-dry gel inks that are cured with UV
LED lights. Unlike traditional methods, the UVgel printing process avoids media distortion,
ensuring precise, vibrant colors, sharp details, and smooth gradients across every print and
panel. This seamless and high-speed production technology enables fast turnaround times,
even for large orders, making it an ideal choice for wallpaper applications.
Sam Patel, the CEO & Managing Director of Arrow Digital Pvt. Ltd., expresses his
excitement with the new installation: “The UVgel Wallpaper Factory enables on-demand
printing, allowing for customization and personalization of wallpaper designs. This capability
caters to the growing demand for personalized and bespoke wallpapers in the market.”
With the addition of new media detection sensor technology, the Colorado M-series
customers can now print on a wide range of wallpaper media, including coated, uncoated,
non-woven, heavily textured, self-adhesive, metallic, and colored media. Moreover, the
printer is versatile enough to produce premium graphic signage printing on transparent,
reflective, dark colored, and magnetic media.
To facilitate seamless printing, Canon PRISMAguide XL, an intuitive make-ready software,
supports easy preparation of multi-layer print jobs, offering first-time-right printing and
consistently high-quality results.
Patel also adds, “The Canon Colorado M5W will outrun many existing technologies, giving
print professionals an opportunity to gain a competitive advantage that will transform the way
things are done, especially with the Canon’s UVgel white ink. Adding Canon Colorado M5W
will be a big plus for Print Pros as it consistently delivers excellent, repeatable color quality
with precise, sharp dots, a wider color gamut, strong saturation for dark colors and accurate
skin tones. Premium and higher-margin jobs will be a piece of cake with this technology. On
top of that, several certifications guarantee print quality, including the 3M™ MCS™
Warranty, Avery Dennison ICS Warranty and Greenguard Gold certification for safe indoor
use in the most sensitive environments and many others.”
Arrow Digital's installation of this advanced solution marks a significant step forward for the
Wallcovering industry, and it is expected to redefine the standards of excellence in wallpaper
printing.
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